NPLQ Course
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National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
The NPLQ is the most awarded lifeguard qualification in the UK and Ireland and is also internationally recognised. More than 40,000 pool lifeguards qualify with the RLSS UK every year, and there are currently more than 80,000 pool lifeguards qualified in the NPLQ – 95% of all UK pool lifeguards.
The NPLQ covers all elements of Pool Rescue Techniques, Lifeguarding Theory, First Aid and CPR. The course is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times, lifting casualties and diving to the deepest part of the swimming pool. Training and assessment for the NPLQ are in three sections, and candidates must successfully pass all to attain the qualification.
Section 1 – The Lifeguard and the Law, Swimming Pool Supervision
Element 1 – The Lifeguard and the Law
Element 2 – Swimming Pool, Hazards and Control Measures
Element 3 – Swimming Pool Supervision
Section 2 – Intervention and Rescue and Emergency Action Plans
Element 1 – Intervention and Rescue
Element 2 – Rescue of a Casualty with a Suspected Spinal Injury
Element 3 – Emergency Action Plan
Section 3 – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, AED and First Aid
Element 1 – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Element 2 – First Aid
Element 3 – Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
When is the course?
The course will run from Saturday 23rd July -Wednesday 27th July 2022.
- Sat: 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Sun: 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Mon: 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Tues: 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Weds: 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Thurs: 7.00pm - NPLQ assessment
How much does it cost?
The total price of the course is £260.00 and this must be paid at the time of booking. This price is inclusive of all the training provided and the final assessment.
How to book?
To enrol on this NPLQ course, complete this form and return it to us call us on 01709 722555